Find out how popular the first name Rava has been for the last 1 years (from 1975 to 1975) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rava by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Rava is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1975, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Rava.

The history of the first name Rava

The name Rava is of Sanskrit origin and has its roots in ancient Indian culture and language. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word "ravi," which means "sun" or "sun god." This suggests that the name might have been associated with solar deities or celestial bodies in Hindu mythology.

In Hindu scriptures, particularly the Vedas and Puranas, there are references to celestial beings and deities associated with the sun, such as Surya, the sun god. It is possible that the name Rava was used as a variation or derivative of names connected to these solar deities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rava can be found in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic poem. In this epic, there is a character named Rava, who was a renowned sage and teacher. However, details about the exact time period or context in which this character lived are unclear.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Rava. One of the most prominent was Rava Bhatta (10th century CE), a celebrated Indian philosopher and logician from the Navya-Nyaya school of Hindu philosophy. He was known for his influential works on logic and epistemology.

Another notable Rava was Rava Venkatarama Shastri (1866-1942), a renowned Sanskrit scholar and author from South India. He made significant contributions to the study and preservation of ancient Indian texts and literature.

In the field of music, Rava Narahari Rao (1904-1985) was a highly acclaimed Indian classical vocalist and composer. He was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, in recognition of his contributions to the art form.

Rava Desai (1933-2022) was a prominent Indian social worker and activist who dedicated her life to the empowerment of women and children in rural areas. She founded several organizations and was recognized for her efforts with numerous awards and honors.

Rava Arun Kumar (born 1956) is a distinguished Indian mathematician and computer scientist. He is known for his pioneering work in cryptography, coding theory, and computational complexity, and has received several prestigious awards and fellowships.

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